Yelden Castle
Introduction
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Yelden Castle
Image: © Stephen McKay Taken: 26 May 2012
According to a nearby explanatory board, this earthwork is considered the finest archaeological monument in Bedfordshire. It is the remains of a motte and bailey castle in use after the Norman conquest by the de Trailly family who were under-tenants of the Bishop of Coutances. The castle had fallen into disuse by 1360.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.291347
Longitude
-0.515587
